Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Looking at: Wild Imperfections – An Anthology of Womanist Poems
We speak to writer and poet, Natalia Molebatsi about her latest project, “Wild Imperfections – An Anthology of Womanist Poems” and the many womxn voices she chose to spotlight
David Mabuza visits Mamelodi to address frustrated residents
Nnyakallo Tefu, a Kaya 959 news reporter speaks to us about the Deputy President’s visit to Mamelodi after residents had said they would not vote if Mamelodi’s Ward Councillor Sipho Motsweene is not added to voters roll.
Election Updates: DA Manifesto
We speak to the DA’s Johannesburg mayoral candidate, Dr Mpho Phalatse to talk about the DA’s plans to elevate the city of Johannesburg, and the country at large by breaking down their manifesto campaign.
South Africa Moves to Level One Lockdown
After the latest “family meeting” with President Cyril Ramaphosa, restrictions on movement and venue capacities have been eased after a 130-day third wave, we look at what could have led to his decisions and what this means for us with political analyst, Tinyiko Maluleke.
South Africa is a hotspot for organised crimes
We speak to Kim Thomas, an analyst at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime about the alarming phenomena of targeted killings and hits in just South frica alone. What look at what leads to such high rates of reported hits, the trends that are being picked up, and more.
Election Updates: ActionSA’s Manifesto
Today, we speak to Herman Mashaba, President of ActionSA about the upcoming elections and what his party is promising to deliver on, should you vote for them.
Digital Vibes Report implicates Fmr. Health Minister Zweli Mkhize & DoH Officials
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has made several findings against former health minister Zweli Mkhize and official members of the Department of Health (DoH) in relation to the department’s R150-million Digital Vibes deal. We speak to Bhekisisa editor-in-chief Mia Malan to find out more about the report.
City of Tshwane Workers Meet with ANC Regional Secretary
Since the workers of the City of Tshwane have protested after their contracts have been terminated, the Regional Secretary of the ANC has addressed the workers to find out more about what the workers need, and how they can help. Katleho Sekhoto, a Kaya 959 News reporter was on the…
How have your financial troubles affected your relationships?
The past year hasn’t been easy on anyone – money has been lost, people, and so much more. How has the pandemic affected your financial life, and in turn, how does that affect your relationships with your partners and family? We speak to entrepreneur, author and podcaster, Lebo Pule to…
Election Updates: ANC Manifesto
We speak to Member of the National Assembly for the ANC and Minister of Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane about the ANC’s manifesto for the upcoming elections; what they are prioritizing to fix first in communities; their stance on corruption and more.
ANC Councillor murder sparks unrest and confusion
We speak to Kaya 959 news reporter, Katleho Sekhoto about the mysterious murder of ANC councillor, Tshepo Motaung; and the unrest that was sparked in its wake.
Solidarity Fund indicates solid financial spend in assisting with SA's COVID-19 relief
We speak to the CEO of the Solidarity Fund, Tandi Nzimande, to find out more about how much money has been spent on medical equipment and relief funds due to COVID-19.
The National Arts Council and Sports, Arts & Culture Dept brief media on reported missing funds
After reports came out in March that close to the R300-million that was allocated for both the National Arts Council and Department of Sports, Arts & Culture to distribute as relief funds to artists had gone missing – they both made statements to the media on the inner workings as…
Election Updates: Manifesto Launches – What Do We Make Of Them?
We speak to political analyst, Sanusha Naidoo, about the latest developments from various political parties as they gear up for the upcoming elections. We look at the various manifesto launches and what they have in store for us.
SA has the highest number of COVID-19 orphans in Africa
A recent study has shown that just over 94 000 children have lost parents and guardians since the start of the pandemic. We speak to Nicky Dawson about the potential negative impacts this has on growing children on such a large scale.
BrandSA’s “Play Your Part” Awards
We speak to Sithembile Ntombela at Brand SA about the ‘Play Your Part’ awards that they host. The awards aim to highlight all South African citizens, both big and small, who have made an impact in their communities, and the country at large.
Rosemary Ndlovu: “The court can say whatever it wants to say, but I know nothing,” Ndlovu says
We speak to Everson Luhanga, the journalist who broke the story of Rosemary Ndlovu’s multiple successful and unsuccessful murder plans since 2017. We look at what struck him about this story when he first heard it, and the latest developments of the court case, which is postponed to mid October.
Talking all things COVID-19 with Prof. Mosa Moshabela
Two years down the line, the questions, the panic and the hesitancy continues in our everyday lives in a way that seems never-ending. We speak to Prof. Mosa Moshabela, an Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research & Innovation, and professor of Public Health to address all our concerns and questions in…
The Center for the Less Good Idea launches its seventh season (Oliver Dickson Stand-In)
William Kentridge’s arts incubator space, The Center for the Less Good Idea has just launched the latest season theatre performances, film screenings, installations and workshops that will be live streamed via their website. We speak to Director and Curator at the Centre, Phala Ookeditse Phala to find out more about…
Royal Hair Salon – A Solo Exhibition by Nikiwe Dlova (Oliver Dickson Stand-In)
We speak to artist and hair stylist,, Nikiwe Dlova, about her upcoming solo exhibition, Royal Hair Salon, a celebration of identity, culture and craftsmanship; her inspirations and what makes her work so important in the modern South African art landscape.